Located along historic U.S. Route 66 in Winslow, Arizona, La Posada Hotel stands as a thoughtfully restored landmark beneath wide skies and high desert light. Designed in the early 20th century, the hotel reflects a Southwestern architectural style that blends courtyards, gardens and adobe forms inspired by the surrounding landscape.
The land around Winslow lies within ancestral territories long traveled and inhabited by Indigenous peoples, including Hopi, Diné and other Native Nations of the Colorado Plateau. These lands supported seasonal movement, trade and deep cultural relationships to water, sky and stone. Today, the hotel’s gardens and open spaces echo this enduring connection to place, inviting rest and reflection.
Functioning as both lodging and cultural space, La Posada offers guests an opportunity to slow down and engage with regional art, architecture and design. Whether staying overnight or visiting the grounds, travelers encounter a layered experience where history, landscape and living cultural presence remain closely intertwined along Route 66.
LODGING
An experience in every room. With 55 rooms, we are continuously renovating and improving guest rooms. Each room uniquely decorated with Southwestern Native American art, Zapotec rugs, we have hand carved and hand-painted pine headboards. La Posada is so much more than a hotel, it is an experience. Enjoy the many intimate and peaceful environments inside the hotel and around the spectacular gardens. The hotel is dog and pet-friendly.
GARDENS AT LA POSADA HOTEL
The Sunken Garden has been restored, and the Rose and Potager Gardens are thriving on the north side. The Cottonwood Grove has been stabilized and new trees have been planted. The South Lawns are healthy and new walkways have been added. To the east, another five acres of gardens and a vineyard are planned to surround the Affeldt Mion Museum in the 1930 Depot and the Turquoise Room restaurant is scheduled to expand into the gardens with patio seating. La Posada Gardens are Certified Wildlife Habitat and are home to many species of birds and pollinators during their migrations, which means the gardens provide the four essential elements required for survival: food, water, cover, and places to raise young.
ARTS & EXHIBITIONS
At La Posada, art is an essential part of our identity. We proudly feature a dedicated gallery showcasing a diverse range of fine art from across the Southwest and beyond. Our rotating exhibitions are curated to feature both emerging and established artists, offering guests and visitors an inspiring cultural experience that honors our rich artistic heritage. From contemporary paintings to historical collections, our gallery serves as a vibrant space for discovery and appreciation, reflecting our deep commitment to the arts.
Permanent collection is one of the largest traditionally made Navajo rug, Diyogí Tsoh: The Big Rug is now on display at Affeldt Mion Museum thanks to a long-term loan from the Winslow Arts Trust. Woven by Julia Joe and daughter Lillie Joe Hill (Navajo).
DINING
The Turquoise Room serves regional contemporary Southwestern Cuisine — with an occasional tribute to the great days of the Fred Harvey Company.
In 1936, the new streamlined luxury Super Chief passenger train, to run from Chicago to Los Angeles, had its inaugural run, starting on Track 5 in Chicago’s Dearborn Station. “Ellie,” Eleanor Powell was named its first passenger and so began its illustrious flirtation with the Hollywood Stars of the day. In 1951, the Santa Fe added six “Pleasure Dome” cars to the Super Chief line, including a new private dining room called The Turquoise Room which quickly became a favorite of the studio chiefs and stars of the day. Used in the Turquoise Room, were the Mary Colter designed Mimbreno china, something that continued until Amtrak took over dining service in the 1970s. We hope you will enjoy your visit to our Turquoise Room. Also, consider railroad travel to our friendly restaurant as we are an Amtrak stop. Restaurant open 7 days a week.
SHOPPING
The Trading Post at La Posada Hotel is a specialized gift shop and bookstore that focuses on authentic regional goods, Native American arts, and Southwestern culture. It is located near the hotel's entrance and features high-quality items ranging from locally made jewelry. Trading Post open every day.
Jewelry: Handcrafted pieces from Navajo, Hopi, and Zuni tribes, including silver and turquoise items selected by artist Tina Mion.
Mimbrenos Pottery: Exclusive replicas of Mimbres-design pottery originally created by architect Mary Colter for the Fred Harvey hotels.
Native American Crafts: Authentic hand-carved Kachina dolls, hand-woven Navajo rugs, and Zuni fetishes.
Bookstore: A vast library of trade and illustrated books for both adults and children, covering Southwestern history, fiction, and regional topics.
